Inventory Control Associate

IC Warehouse Associate Location: Romeoville, IL | Department: Inventory Control / Quality Assurance | Job Type: Full-time | Pay: $23.00 - $24.50 About the Role As an IC Warehouse Associate, you are the guardian of inventory integrity and product quality within our fulfillment network. You play a crucial role in ensuring the accuracy of all stock and the quality of merchandise, which directly impacts customer satisfaction and reduces loss. This position requires meticulous attention to detail, advanced system work, and physical capability, all while operating in a fast‑paced environment and adhering to strict safety protocols. What You’ll Do (Core Responsibilities) Inventory Control & Accuracy Perform comprehensive Cycle Counts (daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly) of warehouse locations to ensure systematic stock accuracy. Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies, including managing damaged, misplaced, or missing products from the moment the exception is detected until its resolution. Monitor and troubleshoot reports related to unavailable inventory, defects, and adjustments to proactively identify and address stock issues. Quality Assurance & Audits Perform quality inspections of inbound units and existing warehouse stock, assessing the condition of items and processing damaged or non‑conforming items for disposition. Complete putaway audits, relabel products as needed, and ensure proper documentation of quality issues (e.g., OS&D – Overage/Shortage/Damage). Technology & Data Utilize Warehouse Management Software (WMS), handheld devices (e.g., Nexus), and systems like Excel/Google Sheets to sort data, track inventory, and process resolutions. Material Handling Equipment (MHE) Operation Safely operate various MHE, including Order Pickers (Cherry Pickers) and Reach Trucks, to access and move stock for cycle counting, quality checks, and inventory resolution, often at high elevations. Safety & Teamwork Adhere strictly to all safety procedures and guidelines and maintain a clean, organized work area (5S) to ensure safety and efficiency. Collaborate with team members across departments to meet daily targets and support teams during peak volumes. What You’ll Need Physical Stamina: The ability to stand, walk, bend, lift, and work a full shift (8+ hours) in a dynamic, non‑climate‑controlled warehouse environment. Lifting Capability: Ability to frequently lift and move merchandise up to 75 lbs. unassisted. Must be able to team lift up to 150 lbs. Experience & Skills At least 1 year of experience with cycle counts is required. Basic to intermediate computer skills, including proficiency with Outlook and Excel or Google Sheets. PIV Certification (Cherry Picker/Reach Truck/Electric Pallet Jack) or willingness to be trained is often required. Language & Reasoning: Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, safety rules, and procedure manuals in English. Strong attention to detail and problem‑solving skills are essential. Why Join Our Team? Competitive Pay: The listed pay rate/range is just the start. Comprehensive Benefits: [Insert details on Comprehensive Benefits Package, e.g., medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, paid time off] Growth Opportunities: We promote from within, offering clear paths for career advancement in Inventory Control, Quality, and Operations Management. Assistance For Individuals With Disabilities Wayfair is fully committed to providing equal opportunities for all individuals, including individuals with disabilities. As part of this commitment, Wayfair will make reasonable accommodations to the known physical or mental limitations of qualified individuals with disabilities, unless doing so would impose an undue hardship on business operations. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, please let us know by completing our Accommodations for Applicants form. Equal Opportunity Employer Statement We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic. Your personal data is processed in accordance with our Candidate Privacy Notice ( If you have any questions or wish to exercise your rights under applicable privacy and data protection laws, please contact us at View email address on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr Wayfair